Iaido training methods require intense mental and physical concentration. Kata and Kumitachi are the repository of the original combat strategies. Iaido training is based on ‘kata’ and ‘kumitachi.’ Kata are prearranged practice forms done by one person, and kumitachi are performed in pairs. Today, Iaido training is primarily a vehicle for personal development. The need for pure combat efficiency took on a smaller role, and the desire to define purpose and meaning for the austere training methods of the martial arts gained importance. As time passed and Japan entered an era of extended peace during the Tokugawa period, those who studied Iaido and many other martial arts, sought to find their place in a changing world. Since that time, several related styles of Iaido have formed, but many which remain are based upon Muso Jikiden Eishin ryu (commonly called ‘Eishin Ryu’), and retain the core teachings of this style. The originator, Jinsuke Shigenobu, formed the style that eventually became known as ‘Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu’ ( 無雙直傳英信流 居合道 ), which was based upon his wartime experiences. Iaido, as we know it today, originated almost 450 years ago in the Sengoku period of Japan, a time of constant wars. Japanese and foreign customers.Iaido is the Japanese martial art of drawing the sword and cutting in a single motion. It is quiteĪn extraordinary atmosphere, making you feel like you’ve just time-traveled. You will find a traditional Japanese-style room welcoming you with a swordĮmitting delicate light and a Japanese armor standing majestically. If you walk further in on the second floor, Toward the street, so you will only get to see the backside of some of theĪrmor, but you are sure to realize how beautiful the armor is even from behind. The several sets of Japanese armor are displayed Sit down and relax while talking business, so please take the real sword inĪlong the street there is a big window thatīrings in plenty of sunlight. Upstairs you will encounter a showcase ofīoth antique and modern real Japanese swords. It fits with how people are used to walking theseĭays, but also gives a stylish touch to the place. Stairs in this store utilizes the steps but has removed the riser, turning the Stairs inside Kyoto town houses are known to be narrow and steep, but the Second floor, you will see wooden swords from all sorts of schools covering the If you climb the stairs that leads to the The store also has metal parts of swords such as the handguard, hilt, pommel, martial arts clothing such as the Aikido Hakama and the Iaido wear, Kyudo equipment, and books all lined up in a tight space. The display area is decorated with armor and swords, the it shines even more beautifully at night. The store not only keeps more than 50 swords in stock at all times, it also has models that are only held in the Shogoin store. On the first floor there are iaito, swords used in iaido practice, displayed tightly along the wall.
This space attracts many famous people as well. That resembles the Japanese saying – “onko-chision” (remembering the old andĭiscovering the new). Partially retains the nostalgia of the old town house, creating a structure
It is a characteristic store that has beenĬovered by many TV shows and magazines both domestic and overseas. The Shogoin Store is a designer shop builtīy American architect Geoffrey Moussas, who renovated an old town house that Since its opening in 2007 at Okazaki, Kyoto, we continue to welcome many martial arts practitioners within and outside of Japan, as well as numerous tourists that visit Kyoto. Tozando Shogoin Store is a store specializing in such traditional Japanese weapons as Japanese sword called Katana, Yoroi armor and gears for Aikido and Iaido.